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The Taming of the Shrew
Photograph Phillip Tull
the watermill theatre / propeller

Classics, New writing, Physical/visual theatre, Text-based

SIZE OF COMPANY
Up to 20 on the road

SCALE OF VENUE
Middle- to large-scale

PERMANENT STAFF
Director
Edward Hall

Executive Director
James Sargant

Production Manager
Lawrence T. Doyle

ARTISTIC POLICY
Propeller is an all male company. The company performs Shakespeare for the enjoyment of a worldwide audience. The concentration is currently on Shakespeare plays, but new plays and the classical repertoire are also considered. The strength of the work lies in the ensemble nature of the company. The actors tell their stories with a clarity, passion and excitement that inspires young and old alike. All the music and effects are created by the company. The live experience is of absolute importance.

REVIEW EXTRACTS
'A remarkable cast, brilliant direction and a wonderfully vital and musical treatment of this puzzling play makes it an outstanding contribution to the festival.' The Irish Independent Review for the Dublin Festival (The Winter’s Tale)

'It made me shiver with pleasure… Roars of approval all round.' The Guardian (The Winter’s Tale)

'An evening that delights the heart as much as it stimulates the mind… A joy to behold.' The Telegraph (The Winter’s Tale)

CURRENT PRODUCTION
The Taming of The Shrew By William Shakespeare. Directed by Edward Hall, designed by Michael Pavelka. Lighting by Mark Howland and Ben Ormerod. (160 mins including interval, 12 on stage, 19–20 on the road)

WRAP-AROUND ACTIVITY
Specific workshops relating to the production and post-show discussions. The company also responds to specific requests.

RECENT INTERNATIONAL WORK
2005 China, Germany, Ireland, Spain, USA (The Winter’s Tale)
2004 USA (A Midsummer Night's Dream)
2003 Barbados, Germany, Italy (A Midsummer Night’s Dream)

TOURING AVAILABILITY
Details on request.